Lisa Black

Lisa teaches yoga with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Her passion for yoga and enthusiasm for teaching are evident in her energetic, dynamic style as she links poses together in a powerful, balanced, flowing sequence. She creates a supportive, challenging, and light-hearted class environment where you are encouraged to explore your edge, discover an inner strength, and awaken your own creativity. Lisa helps you unleash your power and spread your wings to fly. Be prepared to sweat, work hard, and have fun! Her training in Baptiste Power Vinyasa, Iyengar, Ashtanga, Bikram, Anusara, Forrest, and Sivananda yoga bring diverse knowledge and extensive experience to her teaching style.

After discovering yoga in 1996 for healing from a sports injury and seeking relief from job stress, Lisa journeyed to India where she was certified as a Sivananda yoga instructor. She furthered her training in Seattle by completing intensive teacher trainings with Senior Iyengar instructor Aadil Palhkivala. Since then, she has continued to study with instructors around the country like Baron Baptiste, Shiva Rhea, John Friend, Ana Forrest, David Swenson, T.S. Little, and Sarah Powers. Since 2000, Baron Baptiste has been Lisa's main teacher and inspiration. After completing both Level 1 & 2 Baptiste Teacher Trainings, Lisa began assisting Baron at national conferences, Bootcamps, and teacher trainings around the world.

With Lisa's energy, attention to detail, and upbeat attitude, she encourages your authentic personality to shine through a challenging practice. She brings her whole self and heart to the present moment and touches your spirit through personal comments, thoughts, and inspirational readings. In September 2003, Lisa opened her own Seattle yoga studio and art gallery called SHAKTI Vinyasa Yoga. There she teaches daily classes, monthly workshops, and retreats while Directing a team of three managers, five instructors, and ten assistants. In daily life, she strives to live her yoga on and off the mat. Lisa's spirit thrives in the outdoors. Practicing yoga on backpacking trips and on top of high mountains is where she connects most with nature and grace.

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